For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 319 students in Wells, NV.
The top ranked public schools in Wells, NV are Wells Elementary School, Wells Jr High School and Wells High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wells, NV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Nevada public school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Wells have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nevada public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wells, NV (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wells Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1378 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3837
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3837
Grades: K-6
| 171 students
Rank: #22.
Wells Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1129 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Grades: 7-8
| 50 students
Rank: #33.
Wells High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1129 Lake Avenue
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Wells, NV 89835
(775) 752-3477
Grades: 9-12
| 98 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wells, NV?
The top ranked public schools in Wells, NV include Wells Elementary School, Wells Jr High School and Wells High School.
How many public schools are located in Wells?
3 public schools are located in Wells.
What is the racial composition of students in Wells?
Wells public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nevada public schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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